The Hermit of Fishcrescent Island

One Outsider…
One Outcast…
One Enchanted Island…

In the wake of post-Reconstruction America, opportunities for African Americans remain scarce and fraught with challenges. Seeking a chance at adventure and a new beginning, 23-year-old Elijah takes a daring leap by accepting a position as a deckhand on a British merchant ship. His dreams of exploration swiftly turn into a nightmare when a legendary Kraken attacks, leaving Elijah as the sole survivor shipwrecked on the mysterious Fishcrescent Island. Here, he is no longer negro, Black, or African American. He is simply…the Outsider.

Injured and starving, none on the island will vouch to care for Elijah—none except Esmee, the village outcast. At 26 years old, she is even more reclusive than the already reclusive islanders. Yet, despite their stark differences and the island’s deep-seated secrets, a bond begins to form between them as Esmee helps Elijah heal. But Esmee may realize too late that she never wants to return to walks on the beach, cove crab hunting, or even sleeping in bed alone again.

Because if the island’s ancient and many-armed secret comes to feast on Elijah, then she will remain a hermit forever.

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The Hermit of Fishcrescent Island (60k words) is a historical romantic fantasy with seashells, scales, eager virgins on both sides, and male vulnerability with HEA.

"...a mesmerizing blend of historical fiction, romance, and fantasy that took me on an unforgettable journey. [...] With the Kraken lurking in the background, the stakes were high, and I found myself flipping pages faster than I expected, desperate to see how their story would unfold. The HEA (happily ever after) was well-earned and left me smiling." — Mixon Stenhamn

"...Engaging, suspenseful, erotic at times keeps you reading! Captivating story, highly recommend." — Harriett E. Taylor

"Elijah and Esmee were so organic, raw, and naive. As they got to know each other a BEAUTIFUL story developed, but there were sinister undertones that kept me riveted. I could not put this book down and stayed up well past my bedtime, knowing I had an early appointment, just so I could finish the book and have closure. The ending was PHENOMENAL and well worth missing a few hours of sleep." — GrandmaReads